For years, probiotics have been used to optimise the microbiome, e.g. in the gut (also referred to as gut flora, or to prevent possible gastro-intestinal diseases. In dentistry, treatment involving probiotics has only recently been considered a significant alternative to conventional therapies, e.g. for gingivitis or gum inflammation, as well as periodontitis or periodontal disease.
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The Role of Oral Bacteria in High Blood Pressure Body
If the balance of oral bacterial diversity (also referred to as mouth flora) changes and specific bacteria gain the upper hand, this may impact on high blood pressure and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. We described similar findings on this website in the past (cf. http://www.gesunde-bakterien.de/en/periodontitis-puts-heart-and-teeth-at-risk/). In a current study, scientists in the United
Using Bacteria as Effective Disinfectants Body
Bacteria are not only important for our organism and our health, they can also be used to remove, or at least contain, dangerous pathogens and successfully disinfect surfaces. This is the result of a study conducted at the University of Jena’s Faculty of Medicine and the Charité Berlin. A team of researchers examined the impact
Antibiotics Increase Risk of Bowel Cancer Body, Glossary
Frequent or sustained administration of antibiotics may damage the gut flora and as a result significantly increase the risk of developing bowel cancer [http://www.gesunde-bakterien.de/en/bacteria-as-bio-markers-in-the-early-detection-of-bowel-cancer/] (colorectal cancer, CRC). This is the outcome of a study conducted at Umeå University, Sweden, with reports published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, among others. During their research,
Green Vegetables Crucial for a Healthy Gut Flora Body, Glossary
Consumption of salads and green vegetables such as spinach can have a positive impact on your gut flora – and hence on your health in general. In a joint study, scientists of the Universities of Konstanz and Vienna found that sulfoquinovose (sulfoglucose), the sulfosugar from green vegetables, promotes the growth of key microorganisms in the
Chemotherapy: Bacteria Protect Against Side Effects Body
Those who are diagnosed with cancer are often treated with chemotherapy, which can in turn have serious side effects for the body. These side effects are not only unpleasant, but also weaken the organism and body’s defences, which can lead to infections, diseases and other medical issues. This is, among other things, due to the
Bacteria as a Vaccine Against Corona Body
Researchers at the University of Würzburg recently presented a novel approach in the search for vaccine against the corona virus SARs-CoV-2, or Covid-19. In two points, this approach differs drastically from the vaccines used in the current inoculation drives, and whose effects and side effects have frequently been debated. The vaccine the Würzburg scientists are
Covid-19: Risk Factor Periodontitis Body
Several years ago, we already published an article on this website on periodontitis not only compromising your teeth and gums, but also heart and cardiovascular system (see http://www.gesunde-bakterien.de/en/periodontitis-puts-heart-and-teeth-at-risk/). Recently, international research also showed that periodontitis may have a negative influence on and increase the severity of the course of Covid-19 infections. Scientists analyzed the data
Healthy Bacteria for Mouth, Throat, and Pharynx Body
By nature, more than 700 different kinds of bacteria, yeasts, and fungi colonize our mouth, throat and pharynx. Most of these are not pathogenic, i.e. not infectious agents. Quite the contrary: Many of these bacteria offer protection from dangerous pathogens such as Streptococcus pyogenes, thought to be the most common cause of throat inflammation (“strep
Corona: Viruses and Bacteria in Gut Boost the Body’s Defenses Body, General
In times such as the current Corona pandemic, just as during any cold or flu season, it is important to boost your body’s defenses. This is anything but new, but in view of the present widespread uncertainty, the media and many medical practitioners – among them Professor Michaela Axt-Gadermann from the University of Coburg –